Insurance 101

Insurance 101

by Emily Grobbel, Clinic Administrator Duncan Lake Speech Therapy, LLC Deductibles and maximums and copays – oh my! Insurance can be a daunting topic, especially as we begin a new year, and deductibles are restarting. Here is a quick refresher on several terms...
Myofunctional therapy tools

Myofunctional therapy tools

by Amanda Redeker, M.A., CCC-SLP Duncan Lake Speech Therapy, LLC What is myofunctional therapy? Myofunctional therapy focuses on establishing appropriate oral, facial, pharyngeal, and mandibular muscle function. This is achieved through use of isotonic (contraction)...
Autism and ADHD: similarities and differences

Autism and ADHD: similarities and differences

by Hannah Blackwell, M.A., CCC-SLP Duncan Lake Speech Therapy Autism and ADHD share many similarities, sometimes making it difficult to distinguish between the two. Today, we’re going to take a look at the documented similarities and differences between these two...
What the heck is gestalt language?

What the heck is gestalt language?

by Anna Dubiak, M.S., CCC-SLP Speech-Language Pathologist Duncan Lake Speech Therapy, LLC There are two kinds of language processors in the world:  analytical language processors and gestalt language processors (GLP).  Analytical language processors learn language...
The value of desensitization

The value of desensitization

by Anna Dubiak, M.S, CCC-SLP Duncan Lake Speech Therapy, LLC Stuttering can cause a lot of big feelings in individuals who stutter as well as the parents of a stuttering child.  One crucial part of stuttering therapy for these cases can be adding in desensitization....
Getting started at Duncan Lake Speech Therapy

Getting started at Duncan Lake Speech Therapy

by Leah Arundel Clinical Administrator Are you ready to embark on your journey towards improved communication skills? At Duncan Lake Speech Therapy, we understand the importance of a smooth and efficient intake process. Our goal is to make your transition into our...
What it takes to talk

What it takes to talk

by Anna Dubiak, M.S., CCC-SLP Duncan Lake Speech Therapy, LLC We have received many a calls from concerned parents reporting to us that their child is not talking and they are not sure what to do. Some say doctors, mom friends, or the internet has told them not to...